Monthly Archives: May 2022

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Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers

A Reel Leadership Article

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It’s been 33 years since Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers the cartoon premiered. The cartoon series brought joy to millions of children worldwide as it aired. Sadly, the cartoon was canceled 30 years ago.

Now, 30 years later, Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers returns on Disney Plus. Chip (John Mulaney) and Dale (Andy Samberg) return in a mix of traditional animation, CGI, and live-action. They’re joined by characters such as Ellie (KiKi Layne), Sweet Pete (Will Arnett), Monterey Jack (Eric Bana), Zipper (Dennis Haysbert), Ugly Sonic (Tim Robinson), Captain Putty (J.K. Simmons), and others.

Still from Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers

The new Disney Plus exclusive movie brings back all the feels of the original Rescue Rangers TV series along with a contemporary twist. It’s great seeing characters that haven’t been used well in the recent past brought back to life.  Read more...

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What Do You Want To Do?

Everyone wants more time. They want to spend more time with their kids. They want to travel more. They want to enjoy life more.

It’s a fact of life that we all desire to do and be something more. Most people aren’t pursuing what they want.

Why?

I think I discovered a significant reason why during a meeting with an ERP reseller for Acumatica. Larry, from an organization called Algorithm, asked those of us in the room a question. Larry asked:

If you won the PowerBall megamillions tonight and you had to continue to work, what would you do?

Others in the room had a quick answer. They shot off multiple different ideas.

Me… I sat and thought about it for a bit. Then some ideas began to flow.

What would I do? I would choose from the following:  Read more...

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How the Right Software Can Help Your Business Grow

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The right software can make a significant impact on your business. It can help you manage your operations more effectively, keep track of your finances, and improve your customer service. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of available software and how they can benefit your business. We will also provide tips on choosing the right software for your needs. So if you are looking for ways to grow your business, read on!

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Automating Tasks

The right software can help your business in many ways. The most important way is by automating tasks that would otherwise need to be completed manually. This can free up employees’ time to focus on other tasks that are more productive for the company.  Read more...

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4 Ways To Grow Your Network

Besides your skills and abilities, your network is your best resource. Your network consists of friends, family members, colleagues, and former business partners.

Sometimes, your network extends further than that. Your network can also include people you’ve met at social networking events or people you had a fantastic conversation with on the elevator.

People lost in a maze

Photo by Susan Q Yin on Unsplash

Whatever your network is, you can always strive to increase the size of your network. The more people in your network, the more people you can reach out to.

Why Would You Want To Grow Your Network?

A question you might be asking yourself is “Why would I want to grow my network?” The answer is simple.

By growing your network, you grow your ability to reach new people.

Your network can help you do the following:  Read more...

  • Find new employees
  • Find yourself new employment
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How Can Leadership Styles Differ in Different Industries?

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The same leadership styles and skills aren’t always applicable to every industry or field. There are certain leadership styles that can be more suitable for specific industries or professions, whereas the same leaders might need to adapt if they were to take a position in a different industry. Leaders in some industries might also be more likely to have certain strengths or weaknesses, which might mean that they need to improve in some areas or could mean that they’re just right for their jobs.

To be a good leader, it can often be necessary to adapt to the industry and to the organization. It’s important to be able to judge what works and what doesn’t and change your leadership approach accordingly, or possibly move on to a different role to which your style is more suited. Leadership styles can share similarities across various industries, but they can also differ in a mix of ways too.  Read more...